As is frequently the case with larger flares, this event was associated with a coronal mass ejection (CME). However, analysis and subsequent model runs of this event have determined that the trajectory of the CME is not on a Sun-Earth line.

As always, SWPC forecasters will be watching Region 2282 as it rotates into a favorable position to produce more CMEs that could potentially produce geo-effective events.

Hopeful Aurora watchers - standby for the chance of more activity in the coming week.